The earliest incidents allegedly took place in the mid-1960s. He received numerous awards and honorary degrees throughout his career, most of which have since been revoked.Ĭosby has been accused by over 60 women of rape, drug-facilitated sexual assault, sexual battery, child sexual abuse, sexual misconduct and sexual harassment. Cosby made significant contributions to American and African-American culture, and was well known in the United States for his eccentric image, and gained a reputation as 'America's Dad' for his portrayal of Cliff Huxtable on The Cosby Show (1984–1992). In late 2014, multiple allegations emerged that Bill Cosby, an American media personality, had sexually assaulted dozens of women throughout his career. Cases surrounding sexual assault allegations against American comedianīill Cosby at the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia and Girard College in 2011